📅 Dates:
Saturday, 21 June 2025 (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Sunday, 22 June 2025 (10:00 AM – 3:00 PM)

📍 Location:
National Cycling Centre, Manchester, United Kingdom

We are thrilled to announce a very special two-day Kendo seminar featuring two of Japan’s most accomplished and inspiring Kendoka: Yuki Ogata (緒方有希) and Mari Suenaga (末永真理). This event offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from elite-level instructors with a wealth of international titles and teaching experience.

Participation Fees

• Full Seminar (Saturday + Sunday): $75

• Saturday Only: $45

• Sunday Only: $35

Payment details and registration instructions will be provided upon sign-up. Please note that places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Who Can Attend?

The seminar is open to all Kendoka in Bogu, regardless of age, gender, or experience level. Whether you’re polishing your fundamentals or preparing for high-level competition, this seminar is designed to benefit everyone.

Meet the Instructors

Yuki Ogata (7th Dan, Kyoshi)

• Current All Japan Women’s 7th Dan Champion

• Former All Japan Champion

• All Japan Teachers’ Champion

• All Japan Prefectural Champion

• Kendo Instructor at Kikuchi Girls’ High School, Kumamoto

• Member of the Japanese team – Winners of the 2006 World Kendo Championships

Mari Suenaga (7th Dan)

• Three-time All Japan Champion

• Five-time All Japan Police Champion

• Five-time World Kendo Championships Team Champion with Japan

What Awaits You

Over two dynamic days, participants will be immersed in high-quality keiko, technical instruction, and insights into both shiai and kihon. Expect a training environment filled with energy, mutual respect, and expert guidance from two true legends of the art.

Venue – National Cycling Centre, Manchester

Located in the Etihad Campus, this world-class facility offers:

• A spacious, multi-purpose sports hall

• High-performance flooring and ventilation

• Modern changing rooms and amenities

• Convenient public transport access